The American (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162687681)

The American is a novel written by the renowned American author, Henry James. The story revolves around the life of Christopher Newman, a wealthy American businessman who travels to Europe in search of adventure and love. Set in the late 19th century, the novel explores the cultural differences between the United States and Europe, as well as the challenges faced by Americans trying to assimilate into European society.As Newman navigates the complex social landscape of Paris, he becomes enamored with a young widow named Claire de Cintr�����. Despite their different backgrounds and the disapproval of Claire's aristocratic family, Newman is determined to win her heart. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming French aristocrat, a cunning American expatriate, and a mysterious Italian countess.The American is a richly detailed and thought-provoking novel that delves into themes of identity, cultural clash, and the nature of love. James' prose is elegant and nuanced, capturing the subtle nuances of human behavior and the complexities of relationships. The book is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its vivid characters and insightful commentary on the human condition.He performed this ceremony on the following day, when, by appointment, Christopher Newman went to dine with him. Mr. and Mrs. Tristram lived behind one of those chalk-colored facades which decorate with their pompous sameness the broad avenues manufactured by Baron Haussmann in the neighborhood of the Arc de Triomphe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry James
ISBN-10: 1162687681
ISBN-13: 9781162687681
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.73d